Social Media Manager Intern, Summer 2027 at Riot Games

Riot Games makes League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics and VALORANT. As a Global Social Media Intern you work with Riot's social media and community teams on the channels that talk to players every day, from launches and updates to community feedback.

Key responsibilities

• Work with brand, creative, editorial, influencer, social and PR teams on player-first campaigns
• Help create and run the communication plan for players on social platforms
• Look after social media operations: channel access, tools, onboarding and best practices
• Support global and regional social teams with project organisation and requests
• Monitor and escalate social media discussions and platform issues

Requirements

• Enrolled in a college, university or non-degree program, graduating in 2027 or 2028
• Experience or study in community management, influencer relations or marketing communications
• Familiar with League of Legends, VALORANT or other Riot games
• Available full-time for 12 weeks; authorised to work in the US, no visa sponsorship

Nice to have

• Online gaming or content creation experience
• Campaign planning experience

Location and schedule

• Los Angeles, California
• 12 weeks, full-time, summer 2027
• Applications close 4 January 2027

Salary and benefits

Paid internship with 401(k), in-game perks and the Play Fund. The posting gives an hourly rate of USD 35.00 for remote interns.

How to apply

Apply on the company's own site.